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Posted 4 weeks ago
Foster Parent Development Specialist
HEALTH CONNECT AMERICA, INC
📍 Sarasota
Part-timeFull-time
Job description
Overview: <p style="margin-right: -31.5pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>Join Our Impactful Team at Health Connect America!</strong></span> </span></p><p style="margin-right: -31.5pt; text-align: center;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span>Before you get started on your journey with <span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Health Connect America</strong></span>, take some time to learn more about us. At <span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Health Connect America</strong></span>, all services are guided by a unified, trauma-informed approach. </span><span>Across every program, we are committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care that fosters healing and growth. Our services are delivered by clinically trained staff, grounded in a therapeutic mindset and informed by research and evidence-based practices at every level of care. </span><span style="color: #000080;"><strong> Health Connect America</strong></span> and its affiliate brands are leaders in providing mental and behavioral health services to children, families, and adults across the nation. We provide our services directly to those in need whether that be within a person's home, their community, or in one of our office settings. <span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Health Connect America</strong></span> is honored to be a part of the communities we serve and the clients we walk alongside as they embark on a journey to self-improvement and more fulfilling lives. At <span style="color: #000080;"><strong>Health Connect America</strong></span>, we are dedicated to making meaningful connections every day through creating quality, affordable opportunities for individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential in a safe, positive living environment. </p><p style="margin-right: -31.5pt; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #ff6600;"><strong>Come make a difference and grow with us!</strong></span></p><p style="margin-right: -31.5pt;"> </p><p style="margin-right: -31.5pt; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: 18pt; color: #333399;"><strong>Our Brands</strong></span></p><p style="margin-right: -31.5pt;"><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="https://healthconnectamerica.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=29247&hashed=423470918" alt="HCA combo logo - 2025 - Banner Landscape - 980 x 200 px" /></p><p style="margin-right: -31.5pt; text-align: center;"><iframe title="YouTube video player" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Xs68IGUrqz4?si=aXPZWH2w6PeYrWZJ" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" data-mce-fragment="1"></iframe></p> Responsibilities: <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This role includes recruiting, training, and licensing foster homes, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The Foster Parent Development Specialist will actively market and promote the Health Connect America, Inc. Foster Parent Program, manage relationships with prospective and current foster parents, and assist with various administrative and compliance duties.</span></p><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Essential Duties & Responsibilities:</span></p><ul><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote foster care programs.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Conduct outreach through mail-outs, press releases, group presentations, and individual meetings.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Engage promptly with potential applicants, ensuring timely follow-up from initial contact through the application process.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Recruit, train, and license foster homes in alignment with state regulatory requirements and organizational benchmarks, with specific targets established through state or program-level performance plans.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Provide regular orientation training for prospective foster parents, as well as ongoing training on assigned topics, in accordance with state requirements and organizational standards.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Assist in the development and implementation of behavioral treatment plans.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain an annual schedule of ongoing training monthly meetings for foster parents.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Participate in licensing activities including home studies and making recommendations for licensure. </span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Complete and submit licensing packets to the appropriate state agency.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain up-to-date parent charts and ensure all required documentation is accurate and submitted timely.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support other Health Connect America offices by providing training and guidance in setting up and maintaining foster parent licensing requirements.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Support the oversight and coordination of foster homes in collaboration with program leadership.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop corrective action plans and provide ongoing oversight to foster homes.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.</span></li></ul> Qualifications: <p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Education & Experience:</span></strong></p><ul><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Two years of related experience working with children and families in a therapeutic treatment environment.</span></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must possess a valid driver's license with consistent access to reliable transportation and automobile insurance in good standing.</span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"><strong><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">State Specific Requirements:</span></strong></p><ul><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">North Carolina </span><ol><li><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must meet criteria as a Qualified Professional in the state of NC</span></li></ol></li><li style="margin-left: .25in;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">South Carolina</span><ol><li><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Must obtain certification through SC DSS as a Certified Investigator</span></li></ol></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Be Well with HCA:</span></span></strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"> </p><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">We recognize the importance of self-care and work/life balance.</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">We offer flexibility in scheduling and provide all </span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border-bottom: 1px solid transparent;">employees</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which includes 8 mental health counseling sessions annually.</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Full-time HCA employees enjoy paid time off, paid holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and other voluntary insurance products.</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 24px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="·" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Additional</span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> benefits include:</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 72px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="o" data-font="Courier New" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="2"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Access to a Health Navigator</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 72px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="o" data-font="Courier New" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="2"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Health Savings Account with company contribution</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 72px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="o" data-font="Courier New" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="2"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Account</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 72px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="o" data-font="Courier New" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="2"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Health Reimbursement Account</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 72px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="o" data-font="Courier New" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="2"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">401(k) Retirement Plan</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 72px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="o" data-font="Courier New" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="2"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Benefits Hub</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><ul style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-family: verdana;"><li style="margin: 0px 0px 0px 72px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri, Calibri_MSFontService, sans-serif;" data-leveltext="o" data-font="Courier New" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props="{" aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="2"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-contrast="none"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Tickets at Work</span></span><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></li></ul><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; background-color: #ffffff; color: #ff6600;"><strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" data-contrast="none">Join a team where your contributions truly make a difference in the lives of others. Apply now to be part of our dynamic and supportive community at Health Connect America!</span></strong><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" data-ccp-props="{"> </span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="font-family: calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{">Employment at Health Connect America and it's companies is contingent upon meeting the requirements of a comprehensive background investigation prior to joining our team. </span></span></p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"> </p><p style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; color: windowtext;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10pt; font-family: calibri, sans-serif; color: #000000;" data-ccp-props="{"><em><strong>Health Connect America</strong> and its companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. For more information on Equal Opportunity, please click here <span style="color: #0000ff;"><a href="https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters" target="_blank" style="color: #0000ff;" rel="noopener">Equal Employment Opportunity Posters</a></span></em></span></p>